R&D Partners
Lab Technical Operations Specialist (Cell Culture)
R&D Partners, Hillsboro, Oregon, United States, 97104
Lab Technical Operations Specialist (Cell Culture)
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This range is provided by R&D Partners. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $47,091.00/yr - $58,885.00/yr
We are looking for a motivated Lab Technical Operations Specialist to join our biotechnology client's Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) team. This role is critical for advancing CAR-T and PSC process development and requires expertise in cell culture and strong data management skills.
This is a 12-month contract position based in Hillsboro, Oregon.
Responsibilities
The primary focus of this role involves hands-on laboratory work and meticulous data management.
CAR-T Cell Processing:
Execute the ADA CAR-T process on donor materials, requiring proven experience in laboratory cell culture techniques.
Support process improvement and characterization studies for allogeneic CAR-T processes.
Pluripotent Stem Cell Processing (PSC):
Culture, maintain, and differentiate PSCs, specifically hESCs
Culture Retinal Pigmented Epithelial (RPE) cells, in both 2D tissue culture flasks and 3D stirred tank bioreactors.
Support process improvement and characterization studies for PSC and RPE processes.
Documentation and Data Management:
Thoroughly document experiments in the Benchling electronic laboratory notebook (ELN), adhering strictly to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Perform review and approval of completed experiments within the Benchling ELN.
Manage in-process and analytical data by accurately transcribing data from various sources into a central data tool.
Verify data accuracy during transcription and perform process monitoring to identify potential trends.
Assist with analyzing data and preparation of experimental protocols, reports, and presentations.
Logistics and Coordination:
Manage process materials and inventory by collaborating with procurement, warehouse, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) personnel. Maintain appropriate material stock levels.
Coordinate the shipping of laboratory samples to various internal and external teams across the network and third-party testing partners.
Qualifications
Experience in laboratory cell culture is required for execution of the CAR-T, PSC, and RPE process.
Demonstrated proficiency with electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs), preferably Benchling.
Strong understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Excellent data entry and data verification skills, with an eye for detail and trend identification.
Experience or comfort collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., procurement, logistics).
Ability to manage complex logistics, including sample coordination and shipping.
Why Choose R&D Partners? As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
401k plan
Employee Assistance Program
Long-term disability
Weekly payroll
Online timecard approval
R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.
R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Research
Industries: Staffing and Recruiting and Biotechnology Research
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This range is provided by R&D Partners. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $47,091.00/yr - $58,885.00/yr
We are looking for a motivated Lab Technical Operations Specialist to join our biotechnology client's Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) team. This role is critical for advancing CAR-T and PSC process development and requires expertise in cell culture and strong data management skills.
This is a 12-month contract position based in Hillsboro, Oregon.
Responsibilities
The primary focus of this role involves hands-on laboratory work and meticulous data management.
CAR-T Cell Processing:
Execute the ADA CAR-T process on donor materials, requiring proven experience in laboratory cell culture techniques.
Support process improvement and characterization studies for allogeneic CAR-T processes.
Pluripotent Stem Cell Processing (PSC):
Culture, maintain, and differentiate PSCs, specifically hESCs
Culture Retinal Pigmented Epithelial (RPE) cells, in both 2D tissue culture flasks and 3D stirred tank bioreactors.
Support process improvement and characterization studies for PSC and RPE processes.
Documentation and Data Management:
Thoroughly document experiments in the Benchling electronic laboratory notebook (ELN), adhering strictly to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Perform review and approval of completed experiments within the Benchling ELN.
Manage in-process and analytical data by accurately transcribing data from various sources into a central data tool.
Verify data accuracy during transcription and perform process monitoring to identify potential trends.
Assist with analyzing data and preparation of experimental protocols, reports, and presentations.
Logistics and Coordination:
Manage process materials and inventory by collaborating with procurement, warehouse, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) personnel. Maintain appropriate material stock levels.
Coordinate the shipping of laboratory samples to various internal and external teams across the network and third-party testing partners.
Qualifications
Experience in laboratory cell culture is required for execution of the CAR-T, PSC, and RPE process.
Demonstrated proficiency with electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs), preferably Benchling.
Strong understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Excellent data entry and data verification skills, with an eye for detail and trend identification.
Experience or comfort collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., procurement, logistics).
Ability to manage complex logistics, including sample coordination and shipping.
Why Choose R&D Partners? As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
401k plan
Employee Assistance Program
Long-term disability
Weekly payroll
Online timecard approval
R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.
R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Research
Industries: Staffing and Recruiting and Biotechnology Research
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